2nd December to 3rd December 2014,
Rome, Italy

SMi Group’s 15th Annual Military Airlift: Current Missions and Capability 2014 will be held on 2nd-3rd December 2014 in Italy's capital Rome. The conference will focus particularly on ongoing missions being carried out across the world and how the correct and appropriate airlift capability is deployed and the development of new capability. There will also be an emphasis on the changing landscape of airlift with changes in multinational commands such as the EATC, the specific challenges posed by missions in disaster and conflict zones and the consequences of the Post-Afghanistan redeployment strategy to the Airlift industry.

The SMi Group’s Military Airlift event has been running for fifteen years and is the largest and best supported conference of its kind in Europe. We have the support of many significant multinational commands in Europe such as the European Air Transport Command and Movement Coordination Centre Europe as well as Air Forces from across Europe.

Last year’s event in conjunction with the Spanish Air Force was a huge success and because of the launch of the A400 M we held the event in Seville to include a site visit to the Airbus Military Facility.

This year, we have the full support of the Italian Air Force and the programme will feature some key speakers from the host nation. We also have a fantastic opportunity for all delegates to attend a Post-Conference site visit on 4th December to Pratica di Mare Airbase featuring the KC 767 Tanker by Boeing for Italian Air Force, the launch customer for the aircraft.

14:50 Afternoon Tea

15:20 The Role of NSPA in meeting today’s goals of Military Airlift

• Mission & Vision of the NSPA
• The CEPS importance in the support of Military Airlift (EATCAWACS etc)
• The C-17 GIII role of the NAMP
• The Log Ops versatility of involvement via:
- The AWACS and the AGS fleets (LW)
- The SALIS concept (LS)
- The NH-90/Tiger & A400M e-procurement support (LN)
- The support of legacy fleets in FWA & HELI SPs and the brand new MMF SP (LA)

Major Dr. Claus Lie

Major Roman Lanzendorf

Michele Rega

Fixed Wing Officer, EDA

Oris Davis

Director, Southern Europe - International Business Development, The Boeing Company

Phill Blundell

Chief Executive, Air Tanker Services

Sponsors and Exhibitors

View detailsAirbus Defence and SpaceSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.airbusdefenceandspace.comAirbus Defence & Space is Europe’s Nº1 company in Defence and World’s Nº2 in Space, with a workforce of more than 40,000 employees worldwide. The company operates through four business lines: Military Aircraft, Space Systems, Communications Intelligence and Security, and Electronics.
Airbus Military Aircraft is the only military and civic/humanitarian transport aircraft manufacturer to develop, produce, sell and support a complete family of mission and transport aircraft capable to accomplish the most varied missions. It also produces a wide range of Unmanned Air Systems and the Eurofighter Typhoon.
Airbus DS is responsible for the heavy military transport A400M program, as well as the A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft and for further military derivatives based on Airbus civil aircraft. The product portfolio also includes a smaller “Light & Medium” transport and mission aircraft: C295, CN235 and C212. The mission system FITS (Fully Integrated Tactical System) can be assembled and disassembled quickly to combine roles surveillance, rescue and transport. The solutions offered cover the full range of security requirements, from maritime surveillance to sophisticated signal detection.
Airbus DS has sold over 1,800 military aircraft to 144 operators in 69 countries, delivering to the highest standards.

View detailsBoeing Global Services and SupportSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.boeing.comBoeing is the world's largest aerospace company and innovative manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, Boeing products and services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, C4ISR, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, and performance-based logistics and training.

View detailsCapewell ComponentsSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://capewellcorp.comCapewell Systems LLC. is the leading global provider of innovative Life Support & Aerial Delivery solutions. Capewell provides the “Total Package” of Design, Manufacture, Training and Support with ISO9001& AS9100 certification. We welcome you to visit us at Capewell.com and follow us on Facebook & Twitter at /capewellcorp.

View detailsEmbraerSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.embraerds.com/Embraer Defense & Security is the leading aerospace and defense industry in Latin America. In addition to the A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer and the multi-mission KC-390 military airlift, it provides a full line of integrated solutions and applications such as Command and Control Center (C4I), radars, ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance) and space. This also includes integrated systems for information, communications, border monitoring and surveillance as well as aircraft for authorities’ transportation and special missions. With a growing presence on the global market, Embraer Defense & Security products and solutions are present in more than 60 countries

View detailsRuslan Salis GmbHSponsors and Exhibitorsinfo@ruslan-salis.deSince 2006, Ruslan SALIS has provided NATO Nations and European Communities SALIS participants with assured access to unique capability heavy freighters AN-124-100. Since then, it has successfully fulfilled all of its operational obligations with a 99% reliability rate, completing more than 3,600 flights and safely delivering over 260,000 tons of cargo.

View detailsTLD GroupSponsors and Exhibitorshttp://www.tld-group.com TLD Group is the global leader for GSE and its sustainment. We design, manufacture, field and support high quality specialised military GSE, including operationally proven air-transportable K-Loaders, High and Low Pressure Air Conditioners, Liquid Chillers and Weapons Loaders, as well as a wide range of commercial equipment with military applications.

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From 1978 Grupo EDEFA is the Defense publishing company leader in Spain and Latin American. Grupo Edefa media portfolio includes the magazine FDS (Fuerzas de Defensa y Seguridad), the Latin American Defense Yearbook and the most visited web site in this area in the worldwide Spanish speaking countries: www.defensa.com.

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Military Airlift 2014: Sponsorship Manual

Sponsors and Exhibitors

Airbus Defence and Space

Airbus Defence & Space is Europe’s Nº1 company in Defence and World’s Nº2 in Space, with a workforce of more than 40,000 employees worldwide. The company operates through four business lines: Military Aircraft, Space Systems, Communications Intelligence and Security, and Electronics.
Airbus Military Aircraft is the only military and civic/humanitarian transport aircraft manufacturer to develop, produce, sell and support a complete family of mission and transport aircraft capable to accomplish the most varied missions. It also produces a wide range of Unmanned Air Systems and the Eurofighter Typhoon.
Airbus DS is responsible for the heavy military transport A400M program, as well as the A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft and for further military derivatives based on Airbus civil aircraft. The product portfolio also includes a smaller “Light & Medium” transport and mission aircraft: C295, CN235 and C212. The mission system FITS (Fully Integrated Tactical System) can be assembled and disassembled quickly to combine roles surveillance, rescue and transport. The solutions offered cover the full range of security requirements, from maritime surveillance to sophisticated signal detection.
Airbus DS has sold over 1,800 military aircraft to 144 operators in 69 countries, delivering to the highest standards.

Boeing Global Services and Support

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and innovative manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems. A top U.S. exporter, Boeing products and services include commercial and military aircraft, satellites, weapons, C4ISR, electronic and defense systems, launch systems, and performance-based logistics and training.

Capewell Components

Capewell Systems LLC. is the leading global provider of innovative Life Support & Aerial Delivery solutions. Capewell provides the “Total Package” of Design, Manufacture, Training and Support with ISO9001& AS9100 certification. We welcome you to visit us at Capewell.com and follow us on Facebook & Twitter at /capewellcorp.

Embraer

Embraer Defense & Security is the leading aerospace and defense industry in Latin America. In addition to the A-29 Super Tucano light attack and advanced trainer and the multi-mission KC-390 military airlift, it provides a full line of integrated solutions and applications such as Command and Control Center (C4I), radars, ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance) and space. This also includes integrated systems for information, communications, border monitoring and surveillance as well as aircraft for authorities’ transportation and special missions. With a growing presence on the global market, Embraer Defense & Security products and solutions are present in more than 60 countries

Ruslan Salis GmbH

Since 2006, Ruslan SALIS has provided NATO Nations and European Communities SALIS participants with assured access to unique capability heavy freighters AN-124-100. Since then, it has successfully fulfilled all of its operational obligations with a 99% reliability rate, completing more than 3,600 flights and safely delivering over 260,000 tons of cargo.

TLD Group

TLD Group is the global leader for GSE and its sustainment. We design, manufacture, field and support high quality specialised military GSE, including operationally proven air-transportable K-Loaders, High and Low Pressure Air Conditioners, Liquid Chillers and Weapons Loaders, as well as a wide range of commercial equipment with military applications.

Media Partners

Going to Meet

GoingToMeet.com is an efficient guide to the most relevant and recent global conferences and events. Linking you to the event's website(click the title) allowing you to register, contact event organizer and plan your attendance to gain maximum experience while in attendance. As a subscriber you can also receive regular conference update in your chosen category.

Army Technology

Army-technology.com brings you up-to-date international news and features on the defence industry, covering military projects, trends, products, services and more in the army sector. With a team of journalists around the world, army-technology.com, along with sister sites naval-technology.com and airforce-technology.com, is the only business service that focuses on the technologies required by military personnel and companies working in this important field. When you combine this with one of the most comprehensive and detailed listings of military equipment suppliers, products and services, free white paper downloads and company press releases, you see why army-technology.com is the key point of reference for the defence industry.

Global Defence Technology

Global Defence Technology is the essential reading material for decision-makers in the defence industry, bringing you the latest news and insights in an exciting, interactive format. Produced by a team of experienced editors and contributors, this monthly magazine takes an in-depth look at defence procurement, market developments and the latest defence systems for land, air and sea. From major international equipment programmes to the next-generation technologies being developed in the labs of militaries and private manufacturers, GDT is keeping a finger on the pulse of the global defence industry.

Defence Guide

www.Defence-Guide.com is an International Military Site, and has as primary scope to establish an electronic magazine dealing, with international news on defence manufactures and technology. More specific, this International Military Guide – unique for the three Branches of the MoD and Law enforcement , includes among others the following: • Companies profiles/products/projects, • Military magazines • Event presentation, (Conferences-Seminars-Exhibitions) • Defence news (RSS system) • Press articles and Press Releases • Cooperates with Embassies , Def. Associations & Think Thanks • Performs Marketing Research / Optimization to Def. Companies • Focuses also on Consulting Services In the context of the above, and beyond our continuous Site information with the latest defence news from this area, we provide information notes to Key Officers serving the MoD, and we are running independent researches on matters dealing with questions that we receive from Armament Departments.

GovEvents

GovEvents is simply the fastest & easiest way to find Government & Military events happening all over the world. Find events by date, location, keyword, focus and more! You’ll find government & military-related conferences, tradeshows, expos, training sessions, and webcasts—all in one place!

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Focus Defense

Focus Defense is an independent monthly web-based publication devoted entirely to the French modern Armed Forces, which include Land, Air and Naval Forces. Each issue explores Defence matters with comprehensive coverage of the French military forces and reporting including strategic and military analysis.

Focus Défense covers all aspects of defence technology, domestic defence programmes and French forces units, as well as interviews and viewpoints from military headquarters’ top Executives, Senior Executives of the Armament Agency DGA and key players from the Defence Industry.

ArmedForces.co.uk

The DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY is an authoritative online information resource for all defence purchasers. This comprehensive listing of Defence Suppliers has enabled thousands of purchasing professionals to find exactly what they are looking for - in seconds. THE DEFENCE SUPPLIERS DIRECTORY provides a total overview of all the UK's Armed Forces - with a wealth of valuable information about the organisation and structure of the UK's Defence Services, as well as useful facts about developments in the UK Defence Industry Contact us: defenceenquiries@armedforces.co.uk Tel: 01743 241962 website: www.armedforces.co.uk

Global Military Communications

Global Military Communications is a publication that tracks the trends, drivers and technology that fuel the military communications sector. Communications continue to be the lynchpin of modern warfare and is crucial to any military campaign. The sector is going through unprecedented change as militaries and governments across the world move towards a network centric approach to their communications. From operations in war zones to homeland security and disaster recovery operations, Global Military Communications provides you with the latest communications developments on land, sea, and in the air.

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Defence Professionals

defence.professionals is the first social network and intelligence resource focussing the international defence and security sector. Through defpro.daily professionals obtain a comprehensive overview and detailed background information about currently discussed topics and trends. Industrial leaders, defence officials and internationally recognised editors - they all belong to the fastest growing defence and security network in the world.

Epicos

Epicos is a global, multifaceted portal providing Aerospace and Defense industries around the world with business intelligence and active support to access opportunities on international procurements, industrial cooperation and offsets. Epicos has carried out extensive industry analysis and mapping of capabilities of A&D Industries and offers this knowledge to its members helping them to identify business opportunities and to build strategic alliances. Additionally, Epicos supports the global A&D industry through a wide range of on-line services and products including but not limited to: a large online procurement database, an updated Business Directory, an e-library with extensive information regarding procurement and offsets processes systems and an up to the minute news database.

World Airnews

World Airnews is Africa’s longest running (now in its 42nd year) and most wildly distributed aviation journal. It circulates to all African and adjoining Middle Eastern countries and its readers range from Heads of State, Ministers of Aviation and Defence, airline, charter and operator CEOs, pilots, senior officers of most air forces through the whole spectrum to student pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Contact us by email at tom@airnews.co.za.

MoD Oracle

MoD Oracle is the leading independent military Internet portal in the UK. Crammed with up-to-the-minute military news, job opportunities and reunions, the site also has specialist areas such as resettlement, honours, welfare and finance, making it the default website for tens of thousands of UK military personnel, serving and retired.

Air International

Over the years, AIR International has established an unrivalled reputation for authoritative reporting and coverage across the full spectrum of aviation subjects. With more pages than ever, all still dedicated to commercial and military aviation, we have more correspondents and top aviation writers from around the world, offering even more exciting news, features and stunning photography.

Military Systems and Technology

Military Systems & Technology is an on-line resource for the International Military Defence & Aerospace Industry. It is a major platform for communication between buyers and sellers. It profiles the very latest Military Systems and Technology from Defence Companies around the Globe. Also listing up and coming Military Exhibitions and Events.

Defence Industries

Defence Industries, our one-of-a kind business venture has been an across- the –board network that intensifies the defence industries market by promoting paramount companies in the sector. Being an industry specific market resource center, defence industries allies buyers and suppliers across the global defence industry, for better business outputs. Used as a means that creates partnerships and as a point of reference by professionals within the defence industry, this comprehensive resource is a knowledge bank of the latest news releases, detailed information on industry projects, forthcoming events, white papers, interviews by industry professionals about the latest technologies developed in the industry, informative articles, and an elaborate categorization of products and services. Our promotional strategies, targeted at an array of relevant professionals, enhance market-visibility, in the Defence Industry.

World Airnews

World Airnews is Africa’s longest running (now in its 42nd year) and most wildly distributed aviation journal. It circulates to all African and adjoining Middle Eastern countries and its readers range from Heads of State, Ministers of Aviation and Defence, airline, charter and operator CEOs, pilots, senior officers of most air forces through the whole spectrum to student pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Contact us by email at tom@airnews.co.za.

From 1978 Grupo EDEFA is the Defense publishing company leader in Spain and Latin American. Grupo Edefa media portfolio includes the magazine FDS (Fuerzas de Defensa y Seguridad), the Latin American Defense Yearbook and the most visited web site in this area in the worldwide Spanish speaking countries: www.defensa.com.

From 1978 Grupo EDEFA is the Defense publishing company leader in Spain and Latin American. Grupo Edefa media portfolio includes the magazine FDS (Fuerzas de Defensa y Seguridad), the Latin American Defense Yearbook and the most visited web site in this area in the worldwide Spanish speaking countries: www.defensa.com.

Soldier Modernisation

Soldier Modernisation (SoldierMod.Com) is an authoritative policy and technology publication for the international defense community, serving the integrated equipment needs of the dismounted soldier and marine in operations today and the fielding of Soldier Modernisation Programmes over the next few years. SoldierMod.Com is designed to provide insights into how decision makers plan to transform operations in the areas of survivability, sustainability, C4I, lethality and mobility; managing the balance between the promise of 'leap-ahead technology balance and mature cost effective solutions. SoldierMod is distributed in many formats which will include an 50 page journal 10,000 copies BPA Audited, twice annually , in January and June Our Website www.soldiermod.com , Has a 24 hour news service , anytime ( currently at over 20,000 individual visits per month ) . We also have an online technical forum where anyone in the industry can ask us strategic or technological questions , our partners and experts will respond directly back.

Avia Time

Avia Time is the source for up-to-date aviation news including MRO, airline operations, aircraft manufacturing, finance and leasing, airport development, air cargo and aviation training topics, available in English, Polish and Russian languages. By providing full global aviation market intelligence, Avia Time proves its commitment to keep the readers well informed about all on-going and upcoming events that concern the worldwide aviation community. Avia Time is a key online source of aviation market surveys, academic insight of industry trends and detailed analysis of complex issues in plain language. All up-to-the-minute and prepared by our international team of analysts especially for our readers.

Copybook - Military

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Italy

Choose the relaxing Crowne Plaza Rome-St. Peter’s hotel, home to a luxurious spa minutes from Rome’s historic city centre. Treat yourself to an in-room dining experience at Crowne Plaza Rome-St. Peter’s and relax on your balcony overlooking the hotel’s outdoor pool, tennis courts or gardens. Come to the St. Peter’s Spa to let off steam in our sauna and Turkish baths, or rest on the loungers around our heated indoor pool.

The hotel is only 20 minutes’ drive from Fiumicino Airport. Checkout the timetable of our scheduled airport shuttle which will allow you to easily reach the hotel at a very special price. Use our scheduled shuttle bus to/from the city centre to discover the beauties of the Eternal City. You’ll find wireless Internet throughout the hotel, allowing you to stay in touch with friends, family and colleagues at any time. Hold your meetings in one of our 13meeting rooms able to host up to 600 delegates. Possibility of organizing dinners and special occasions by the pool, hiring the Roman Bath for private and exclusive use, planning open air team buildings and many more ideas for events out of the ordinary

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WHAT IS CPD?

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development’. It is essentially a philosophy,
which maintains that in order to be effective, learning should be organised and
structured. The most common definition is:

‘A commitment to structured skills and knowledge enhancement for Personal or Professional
competence’

CPD is a common requirement of individual membership with professional bodies and
Institutes. Increasingly, employers also expect their staff to undertake regular
CPD activities.

Undertaken over a period of time, CPD ensures that educational qualifications do
not become obsolete, and allows for best practice and professional standards to
be upheld.

CPD can be undertaken through a variety of learning activities including instructor
led training courses, seminars and conferences, e:learning modules or structured
reading.

CPD AND PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTES

There are approximately 470 institutes in the UK across all industry sectors, with
a collective membership of circa 4 million professionals, and they all expect their
members to undertake CPD.

For some institutes undertaking CPD is mandatory e.g. accountancy and law, and linked
to a licence to practice, for others it’s obligatory. By ensuring that their members
undertake CPD, the professional bodies seek to ensure that professional standards,
legislative awareness and ethical practices are maintained.

CPD Schemes often run over the period of a year and the institutes generally provide
online tools for their members to record and reflect on their CPD activities.

TYPICAL CPD SCHEMES AND RECORDING OF CPD (CPD points and hours)

Professional bodies and Institutes CPD schemes are either structured as ‘Input’
or ‘Output’ based.

‘Input’ based schemes list a precise number of CPD hours that individuals must achieve
within a given time period. These schemes can also use different ‘currencies’ such
as points, merits, units or credits, where an individual must accumulate the number
required. These currencies are usually based on time i.e. 1 CPD point = 1 hour of
learning.

‘Output’ based schemes are learner centred. They require individuals to set learning
goals that align to professional competencies, or personal development objectives.
These schemes also list different ways to achieve the learning goals e.g. training
courses, seminars or e:learning, which enables an individual to complete their CPD
through their preferred mode of learning.

As a formal provider of CPD certified activities, SMI Group can provide an indication
of the learning benefit gained and the typical completion. However, it is ultimately
the responsibility of the delegate to evaluate their learning, and record it correctly
in line with their professional body’s or employers requirements.

GLOBAL CPD

Increasingly, international and emerging markets are ‘professionalising’ their workforces
and looking to the UK to benchmark educational standards. The undertaking of CPD
is now increasingly expected of any individual employed within today’s global marketplace.

CPD Certificates

We can provide a certificate for all our accredited events. To request a CPD certificate for a conference , workshop, master classes you have attended please email events@smi-online.co.uk